This week's theme: Practices that shape a life with God

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Monday - Prayer: Luke 11:1–13

Connect: Prayer is more than saying the right words; it's a relationship of dependence on God.

Reflect: What part of Jesus’ model prayer challenges you?

Tuesday - Fasting: Isaiah 58:1–12

Connect: Scripture presents fasting not as a way to earn God’s favor, but as a practice that deepens sincere devotion and neighbor-love.

Reflect: Is there a practical way your devotion to God can lead you to meet someone’s need?

Wednesday — Service: John 13:1–17

Connect: Christian service flows from belonging to Christ and receiving his love.

Reflect: Whom could you serve in a quiet, concrete way without expecting recognition?

Thursday — Worship

Reading: Psalm 95:1–11

Connect: The psalm holds together celebration of God’s greatness and the daily response of trusting obedience.

Reflect: What might help you move from singing or speaking praise to listening and responding to God?

Friday — Confession: Psalm 32:1–11

Connect: Confession is an honest response to God’s grace. The psalm presents forgiveness as a reason for renewed trust, teachability, and joy.

Reflect: What do you need to bring before God or address with someone you have wronged?

Saturday — Simplicity: Matthew 6:19–34

Connect: Simplicity is about the direction of the heart; Jesus challenges the grip of the world so that our allegiance and attention can be centered on God.

Reflect: What possession, pursuit, or worry is taking more of your attention than it should?

Sunday — Solitude, meditation, and study

Readings: Mark 1:35–45, Psalm 119: 9–16

Connect: Jesus’ withdrawal is not an escape but a way to renew his communion with the Father. Scripture should be taken to heart—not merely read, but remembered, reflected on, and lived.

Reflect: When can you make unhurried space to be with God and reflect on Scripture, then carry what you receive into the week ahead?